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Hans Wilsdorf moved out into the big wide world as an orphan after his commercial training in order to make a career for himself. The glorious quintessence is known to almost every inhabitant of the earth: Rolex watches. Beginners are fascinated by the success story of luxury watches, which are motivating sources of inspiration rather than gimmicky status symbols. Pure …

Reactions ranged from thunderous applause to irritated shaking of the head when a gold luxury watch with a strap made of rubber was presented for the first time in 1980. It is now clear that Hublot hit the bull’s eye with this material, which lends exclusive timepieces a dynamic lightness. The fresh breeze is most welcome – especially in summer. …

« Waiting lists for luxury watches » Anyone who wants to realize their dream of owning a Rolex in 2023 faces a dilemma: eternal waiting times or astronomical prices on the secondary market? We explain how the infamous “waiting list” works, which models require the longest patience and which collections promise the highest chances of success. Top secret: The Rolex …

«Sister duel with comparison of watch models» The affordable alternative? For many watch lovers, Tudor has long ceased to be overshadowed by its parent brand. The models of the Rolex sister are becoming more independent and self-confident, winning one design prize after another. Black Bay, Royal and Co. – how the most popular models fare in a direct comparison of …

Rolex Submariner, Omega Seamaster, Tag Heuer Carrera: the box of watch celebrities is dominated by luxury sports watches. For decades, we’ve been thrilled by the concept of an all-rounder that stylishly brings outdoor, leisure and business under one roof. But does it always have to be the same names? Our team has come together to bring you a great top …

For three decades, she gave watchmaker Audemars Piguet the title of the only major family-owned Swiss luxury watch brand. Now the great-granddaughter of company founder Jules-Louis Audemars is vacating her position as chairman of the prestigious manufacturer’s board, to be replaced by former Tiffany boss Alessandro Bogliolo. A look into the great career of a journalist, fighter and sovereign grande …

« All about known wearers and types of wearers » “Here I am”: No watch brand is more strongly associated with a confident, masculine presence than Breitling. Wearers of the pilot watch brand are financially successful, coveted by women, and love everything masculine from muscle cars to fighter planes and Harley Davidsons. But are these stereotypes even true? We look …

« All about known carriers and carrier types » He’s successful, likes status symbols and has no idea about what he wears on his wrist: The stereotypical Rolex owner. But a closer look at the world of wearer types reveals a huge variety from passionate watch lovers to Hollywood superstars, big politicians and world-class athletes. We take aim at the …

« From Max Bill to Mido » Watches are among the most spectacular gifts we can give a loved one. But art enthusiasts and architects in particular are demanding target groups who have exact ideas about a beautiful timepiece. Today we present five models that make clear statements for specific art eras and all have what it takes to be …

In connection with mechanical watches, there is often talk of jewels, stones or rubies, which serve as so-called bearing stones in every watch movement – whether Rolex, Omega or Chopard. Information about the number of watch jewels can be found on the dial of many watches, on the case back or – if it is transparent – on the movement …